watchatlasEver wonder why the crown sits at 3 o'clock?
Most people are right-handed, and traditionally the watch goes on the left wrist, so the right hand does the winding and setting. On the right side of the case, the crown is easy to reach and stays clear of your wrist.
Left-handed? Look for a destro watch, with the crown on the left side at 9 o'clock. Some dive watches move it to 4 o'clock so it doesn't dig into the back of your hand.
Which wrist do you wear yours on?
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